About Kiowa

Kiowa, Oklahoma, is in Pittsburg County. The town was established in 1872 as a camp for railroad workers and was named for the nearby Kiowa Hills, honoring the Kiowa Indians. Kiowa sits at the intersection of U.S. Highway 69 and State Highway 63.

Key Facts about Kiowa, OK

• County: Pittsburg County
• Location: Near the intersection of U.S. Highway 69 and State Highway 63
• Founding: 1872 by railroad workers
• Historical Significance: Located in Indian Territory before Oklahoma's statehood in 1907
• Notable Graduate: Singer and actress Reba McEntire is a graduate of the Kiowa public schools
• Community: Known for its small-town values and a mix of suburban - rural feel